Hyundai has released a pictures, specs and details on its all-new ix35 SUV, also known as Tucson in Europe. The new model will arrive to Korean market earlier this month. In Europe the ix35 SUV will go on sale in the first quarter of 2010.
The Hyundai Tucson’s replacement model will be offered with a 2.0-liter engine rated at 166-horsepower and the 2.0-liter “R” diesel that comes in a choice of two flavors, a high output version with 184 hp and 40kg.m (289 lb-ft.) of torque, and a base version with 136-horsepower and 32kg.m (231 lb-ft.) of torque.
The ix35’s European range will be enhanced with the addition of a new 1.6-liter GDI gasoline unit that makes 140 hp and an also new 1.7-liter turbo diesel rated at 115hp and 26 kg.m (188 lb-ft) of torque.
The ix35 rides on a 2,640mm wheelbase which is 10mm longer than the outgoing Tucson while at 4,410mm and 1,820mm, it is also longer and wider than its predecessor by 85mm and 20mm, respectively, thus promising to offer improved passenger space.
Notable new features for the ix35 include the “ECO” LED icon located between the speedometer and tachometer that flashes when the optimum gear shift point for maximum fuel efficiency is reached; a new rear-view camera that operates in conjunction with a 3.5-inch color LCD built into the rear-view mirror; push button start; steering wheel-mounted audio remote controls and low rolling resistance tires for 16-inch wheels.
The European version of the compact crossover will be built at the Kia Motors factory in Slovakia, with production slated to begin in the first quarter of 2010. The Chinese market ix35 will be made in China.
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I read the review of the Hyundai ix35 and it looks to be very promising. Hyundai is definitely moving in the right direction with regards to interior and exterior design. Looks like the car also performs well.
Great looks, it sounds like mine.(Tucson)
best yet!! if only they would make a bigger car now… but loving this car, it has my name all over it
Going back a few years, but the paint letirally blew off my Pontiac, no warranty after a year. Air bag suspension leaked in my Lincoln, timing chain went in my Cadillac Catera, blowing up the engine…twice!! Been driving a Hyundai Sonata for 4 years and love it. Had only one problem; lost the antenna when I went through the car wash LOL. I'll stick with Hyundai and will never, ever buy another American car. Wish I could afford the Equus.